Recently profiled in The New York Times for 50 years of enduring excellence, Takács Quartet thrives with a sound that remains unmistakably its own. Their dynamic program shifts from turbulence to radiance, highlighting both technical precision and expressive depth.

Schubert’s Quartetsatz is a striking fragment—a single movement of a quartet left unfinished that offers a dramatic arc filled with lyrical beauty and structural tension, capturing the composer’s unique voice in miniature.

Violist Jordan Bak joins the ensemble for two of Mozart’s most substantial viola quintets. Written shortly after the death of Mozart’s father in 1787, these works offer a glimpse into the composer’s emotional range during a turbulent period. Quintet No. 3 exudes jubilation and confidence. By contrast, No. 4 is darker and more introspective. In both, the addition of a second viola enriches the harmonic palette and adds emotional depth.